Business Overdraft

A Business Overdraft acts like a short-term safety net for your business finances. In business, it's normal for cash flow to change with different situations – some of which may be out of your control. An overdraft on your business account is an extra line of credit that gives you an interim cash flow solution, should you need it.

Benefits of a Business Overdraft

Flexible borrowing

Apply for a limit from £500 to suit your business.

Simple pricing

Month usage or annual fees and only pay interest on the funds you use.

Avoid extra charges

Have funds available when you need them to avoid unauthorised borrowing charges.

Get a quote for a Business Overdraft up to £25,000

Get a quote for a Business Overdraft up to £25,000

See how likely you are to get a Business Overdraft without affecting your credit rating. View indicative interest rates and repayment details. 99% of customers who used this tool and opened the same product received an offer rate that was the same, better or no more than 10% above their indicative quote.

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Am I eligible?

You can apply for a Business Overdraft if you are:
 

  • An existing Lloyds Bank Business Current Account holder
  • A sole trader, partner or company director with authority to borrow on behalf of your business
  • Aged 18 or older
  • Using it for business use only.
     

View rates and charges for £0m-£3m turnover

 

View rates and charges for £3m-£25m turnover

Keep in mind

  • If the Bank of England Bank Rate moves, your interest rate will move immediately by the same amount without any prior notice to you.
  • Usage fees or annual fees will apply depending on your overdraft limit.
  • If you borrow more than your planned business overdraft limit, you may have to pay additional unauthorised borrowing charges.
  • A Guarantee may be required for Limited Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships.
  • You could be asked to repay your Business Overdraft at any time.

Am I eligible?

You can apply for a Business Overdraft if you are:

  • An existing Lloyds Bank Business Current Account holder
  • A sole trader, partner or company director with authority to borrow on behalf of your business
  • Aged 18 or older
  • Using it for business use only.

View rates and charges for £0m-£3m turnover

View rates and charges for £3m-£25m turnover

Keep in mind

  • If the Bank of England Bank Rate moves, your interest rate will move immediately by the same amount without any prior notice to you.
  • Usage fees or annual fees will apply depending on your overdraft limit.
  • If you borrow more than your planned business overdraft limit, you may have to pay additional unauthorised borrowing charges.
  • A Guarantee may be required for Limited Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships.
  • You could be asked to repay your Business Overdraft at any time.

Bank of England Bank Rate calculator

Bank of England Bank Rate calculator

The price of your Business Overdraft will vary as the Bank of England Bank Rate changes. Find out more and see how rate changes could affect you.

Bank of England Bank Rate
 

Borrow up to £5,000 for your new business

You could apply for up to £5,000 across a Business Overdraft or Business Credit Card when you open a new Business Current Account*. This could help you get your business off the ground, build your credit rating and cover any unexpected costs.

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*Apply online once your new Business Current Account is set up and you’ll get an instant decision. Eligibility for lending will be assessed as part of a separate application, and there is no guarantee of lending being granted. All lending is subject to status. 

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Appeals, has your Business Finance been declined? You can ask for the decision to be reviewed

The right type of funding can play a vital role in helping your business reach its potential. If your lending application is declined, we will work with the British Bankers’ Association to pursue any raised appeals.

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Talk to us

If your business has a turnover between £0-3m call 0345 072 5555

For businesses with a turnover between £3m-£25m call 0800 022 4395

We’re available from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

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You should not apply for an amount that you cannot comfortably afford to repay now and in the future to avoid the possibility of legal action.

All lending is subject to status. Security may be required.

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